Living in the mountains means your gear has gotta pull its weight. I’m out here shredding, playing polo, hunting, basically living the western dream – or maybe just my version of it. And while I’ve got plenty of functional stuff, finding a jacket that truly nails that authentic Western style while still looking sharp enough […]
Patagonia’s SnowDrifter is like a sidecountry pow tour in backpack form. Imagine all the epic of a day exploring out of bounds packed into a small, tight package. Then kick it up with Patagonia’s indelible stylings and aesthetics, their attention to details that only an actual mountain ninja would think of, strip off all the […]
Ever since my go-to shell was stolen from my car last winter, I’ve been on the hunt for a ski jacket that meets my standards for warmth, versatility, and durability. While a few options have come close, the Scott Vertic Ripstop 3L Jacket truly stood up to the test. Designed as a freeride jacket built […]
From Ombraz, the Armless Sunglasses company, comes the Leggero aviator-style sunglasses. Ombraz describes the sunglasses as “perfect for that ‘cocaine dad’ look.” The pitch of these armless lenses is that “by replacing the arms with a built-in cord, Ombraz (pronounced ohm-bruhz) don’t break, won’t fall off, and, when worn correctly, are surprisingly more comfortable than […]
Say hello to Heybike’s newest mid-drive electric bike, the Heybike ALPHA. Combining an all-terrain setup with comfort-oriented features, the ALPHA is designed for entry-level riders. That said, the rugged build and 28 mph top speed mean there’s plenty of room to push the limits of terrain and speed. I recently tested the Heybike ALPHA to […]
BCA’s Scepter 3S is a strong collapsing pole, with a handle that was actually made specifically for touring. Every time I took it out I fell in love a bit more, especially when I flipped it up to get my risers dialed or hook in my tech toe-piece. This pole took a top spot in […]
Phaenom is the new kid on the block for ski boots. Their parent company is Full Stack Distribution, which is the same group that runs Faction Ski. This is a ‘cabrio’ style boot, meaning that the shell of the boot consists of 3 parts: the upper, lower, and the tongue. In a regular 2-piece boot, […]
The Dragon D3 OTG Goggles provide a comfortable fit that can work in tandem with glasses. They also have a photochromic lens that theoretically saves the user from carrying multiple lenses for mixed conditions. I used the Dragons on a stormy day on the pass and a bluebird day in the park. I got to […]
Aside from their skis and snowboards, there’s a select collection of gear every athlete should have dialed in to achieve optimum downhill performance in the mountains. While a wide range of snow pants and jackets can do the trick, having reliable goggles is an absolute necessity. Enter Sweet Protection, a relatively new goggle brand that, […]
From all day athletic endeavors to happy hour on the porch with friends, the Smith Seeker Sunglasses are a great choice for those looking for a stylish, all around athletic eye protection. Upon first look, I was very excited about these sunglasses, and they lived up to my initial impression over time. I love the […]